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Northland · Blueberry

Zone 12a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Northland to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJan 1st
Harvest BeginsMar 2nd
Harvest EndsDec 31st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitShrub
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For cold-hardy northern blueberries like Northland, plant in full sun and keep soil consistently acidic (pH ~4.5–5.5) with an 18–24 inch spacing to support airflow and fruiting.